Frequently Asked Questions

Everyday Series panels use lighter-gauge steel for general ranch use, while Rugged Series panels feature 14-gauge square tubing and 360° welds for high-pressure areas like sort pens and holding alleys. At Steadfast Supply LLC, we help you balance budget and durability by mixing series based on where animals apply the most force.

Remote-release chutes use solar-powered actuators that let you release cattle from a distance, eliminating the need for a ground crew at the chute. This keeps ropers flowing and reduces cattle stress. At Steadfast Supply LLC, our systems integrate seamlessly with lead-up panels and return alleys for smooth operation.

Most practice and ranch roping setups use a 100' x 200' arena, which provides enough room for heading, heeling, and breakaway without requiring excessive land. Larger 150' x 250' layouts are ideal if you plan to host team ropings or work multiple ropers at once.

Powder-coat finish forms a harder, more durable surface that resists chips, UV fade, and corrosion better than traditional paint-dipped panels. In West Texas heat and wind, powder-coated steel lasts longer and maintains a cleaner appearance. At Steadfast Supply LLC, every panel is powder-coated in Texas from start to finish.

Yes. Everyday Series panels are strong, portable, and built for the wear that comes with heavy equipment and constant movement. They work well for perimeter barriers, safe walkways, equipment separation, and controlled access points. Steadfast Supply LLC serves oil and gas operations across Western Texas and Southeast New Mexico.

Cost depends on arena size, panel series choice, powder-coat color, and added features like return alleys, remote-release chutes, and stripping chutes. Frontier packages offer budget-friendly manual systems, while Bravado packages include night-rodeo caliber components. At Steadfast Supply LLC, every package is customizable to match your cattle handling style.

Use 34" tall x 16' long deer feeder panels with welded 4"x4" wire mesh and a 1⅝" frame. The height and wire spacing let deer access feed while keeping feral hogs and cattle out. Steadfast Supply LLC offers these panels with integrated 4' or 6' gates for easy refills and maintenance.

Mixing incompatible panel heights or using light-duty panels in high-pressure zones like sort pens and squeeze chutes. This creates weak points where cattle can bend or climb panels. At Steadfast Supply LLC, we help you design multi-pen systems that balance budget and durability in the right places.

A stripping chute speeds up cattle flow and keeps ropers moving by providing a safe, elevated area to separate roped cattle from the herd. It's essential for team ropings and jackpots. Steadfast Supply LLC offers elevated and non-elevated versions in light-duty and heavy-duty configurations.

Curved sweep panels and crowding gates guide cattle naturally into alleys and chutes, reducing stress and preventing animals from turning back. Full-Timer systems handle daily use, while Part-Timer sweeps are economical for ranches working cattle a few times a year. Steadfast Supply LLC offers complete packages sized for 10 to 100+ head.

Yes. Every roping arena and round pen package at Steadfast Supply LLC lets you select panel series, height, and powder-coat color. You can also add bow gates, walk-throughs, and specialized alleys to match your operation's branding and functional needs.

Light-duty 40" tall panels with smaller rail spacing prevent escapes and reduce stress during sorting and processing. Skirted sweep tubs and guillotine alley gates minimize the chance of animals turning back. At Steadfast Supply LLC, we design kidding barn layouts and small-livestock corrals for efficient, safe handling.